The victim told police Bui had stabbed him. A witness, Bui's roommate, also said he saw Bui stab the man after an argument, according to the complaint. Bui's roommate said the two had been arguing prior to the stabbing.

Police located Bui on July 3.

During an interview, Bui told police the victim had come over to smoke meth with him and his roommate. Bui said the victim disrespected him and put him in a headlock.